In-Home Senior Care FAQ’s

All Your In-Home Care Questions Answered

Selecting a home care provider can be an overwhelming prospect. When choosing a home care agency, it is important to have the answers to a few key questions. Below are some of the In-Home Senior Care frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) we received at AccuAid Care.

Complete the form below or call us at (817) 754-0089 if you have any additional questions for our care team.

What’s the difference between in-home senior care and home health care?

In-Home care is a broad term used to describe several forms of care provided in-home. Generally, it covers personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, transferring, grooming), homemaking services (light housekeeping and chores) and companionship services, which may include personal shopping, transportation, and socialization. In-home senior care is paid privately, whereas home health care is prescribed by a physician and covered by Medicare or supplemental insurance providers.

Is your agency licensed by the state?

Yes, our agency is licensed by the state of Texas (Health & Human Services).

Can my loved one be taken care of safely at home?

Yes, often patients who are hospitalized, develop complications, such as infections. When someone is cared for at home, the risk of infection is much lower. Home Care provides one-on-one attention, and allows the patient and family to have more involvement in the care.

What In-Home Care services do you provide?

Services include Alzheimer’s, Dementia care, Companion Care, Personal Care (bathing assistance, incontinence care), light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, laundry, medication reminders, 24 Hour In-Home Care, Respite Care Services for family members.

What forms of payment do we accept?

We are private pay, we accept credit, debit cards and ACH for payments. We also work with Long Term Care Insurances.

What are the minimum number of hours per shift and hours per week for Home Care?

We require a min. of 4 hours per shift and if the client provides 3 or more shifts per week, we can assign a dedicated caregiver.

Do the caregivers undergo background checks?

Yes, we do the background checks, reference checks and drug tests before hiring our caregivers. We also check their record in a Nurse Aide Registry and Employee Misconduct registry that is maintained by Health and Human Services of Texas.

Do the caregivers have adequate training?

Yes, our caregivers have years of experience working with seniors and individuals with disabilities in assisted living facilities, group homes, nursing homes and private homes. We also provide them additional/ongoing training at the time of hire and yearly training.

Are the caregivers bonded and insured?

Yes, we carry liability insurance and we also provide workers compensation for the caregiver. If the caregiver gets injured at work, workers compensation takes care of that.

Do you have backup caregivers?

Yes. We understand that life happens and if the primary caregiver is unable to make it to work, we send a backup caregiver.

What if my mom/dad is unable to get along with the caregiver?

Our client satisfaction is priority number one for us. Please call us at (817)-754-0089 and let us know. We will make arrangements for alternate caregiver as soon as possible.

What is the role of family members in In-Home Care?

When you chose In-Home Care agency you can remain in your home, surrounded by friends and family and still receive the expert care that you need to help you recover. Family members can visit as much as necessary and often are able to play an active role in your recuperation. They can have peace of mind, knowing that you are receiving care in a safe, therapeutic environment at home

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